I started my career in spreadsheets, doing data analytics and risk management reporting. I eventually taught myself how to code because I wanted to automate my own data-intensive Operations work at Citi. (Way before ChatGPT!)

Learning how to code changed my trajectory.

I pivoted to a technical product manager role at Flexport, managing one of their critical data pipelines for creating U.S. customs filings.

My product engineering team was able to work so quickly because we had the support of a "full-stack Operations team." They were comfortable around SQL queries, made their own no-code prototypes, and built their own internal tools, so we could invest engineering time where it moved the needle.

I'm now helping mid-market companies automate their data-intensive operational processes through my software startup, Crafty Crow, saving lean teams 20+ hours a week.

If I had to start my journey all over again, I know exactly what I'd do differently.

Now, I'm sharing everything I've learned so that you can achieve similar results, faster.